Mid-level Environmental & Mass Tort Litigation Associate

A law firm seeks an experienced Mid-level Associate to join its Environmental & Mass Tort Litigation Department in Los Angeles. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation professional with a strong background in environmental and mass tort matters. The ideal candidate will have 5-6 years of litigation experience and a passion for managing complex cases. The firm offers flexibility with a hybrid remote work option, promoting a healthy work-life balance alongside a dynamic and challenging legal environment.

Duties:

• Handle high-stakes litigation involving environmental issues, product liability, and mass tort cases
• Represent clients in complex litigation across state and federal courts
• Develop defense strategies tailored to the client's needs, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness at every stage of litigation
• Manage product liability and class action cases for leading companies in industries such as automotive and pharmaceuticals
• Lead discovery efforts, depositions, and legal research for ongoing cases
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and briefs for filing with the court
• Advise clients on case developments and offer strategic recommendations based on evolving legal landscapes
• Collaborate with other legal teams and experts to build comprehensive defense strategies
• Foster long-term client relationships by delivering high-quality service and results

Requirements:

• 5-6 years of litigation experience, ideally with a focus on environmental or mass tort litigation
• Strong academic credentials with a law degree from an accredited law school
• Proven experience in defending clients in complex cases, including product liability and class actions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to draft persuasive legal documents
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to interact effectively with clients, business teams, and legal professionals
• California Bar membership is required
• Judicial clerkship experience is preferred

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Solid academic background, including coursework or experience in environmental or tort law

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California Bar

Skills:

• Expertise in environmental, product liability, and mass tort litigation
• Exceptional legal research, drafting, and writing abilities
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously, meeting deadlines and client expectations
• Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with clients and colleagues alike
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail

Benefits:

• Flexible hybrid work options for a balanced work-life schedule
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Retirement planning and savings options
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• A diverse and inclusive workplace culture

This is a fantastic opportunity for a mid-level associate seeking to further develop their litigation skills while contributing to high-profile cases in the environmental and mass tort space.

The Southern California law office was set-up seven years ago. There are forty-nine competent attorneys staffed at the law practice. Areas of concentration consist of real estate transactions, mergers-acquisitions, and corporate transactions of all types. A number of their practice disciplines are financial restructuring-insolvency, labor-employment law, environmental-land use, products liability litigation, and health care. Moreover, global transactions concentrate on China and Japan.